Italy Considers Bonus-Seat Election Law to Boost Government Stability

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has successfully passed a controversial electoral reform, 'Stabilicum,' through parliament, introducing a majority bonus for the strongest coalition and requiring pre-announcement of the prime ministerial candidate. This action followed a prior defeat in July and was secured after Meloni threatened resignation, indicating high stakes and internal coalition tensions. The opposition alleges the reform is designed to consolidate Meloni's power and has vowed a court challenge, introducing uncertainty regarding judicial review.